A man who influenced generations

Ever smiling, ever optimistic – that is how fellow artistes and fans remember the legendary Fakir Alamgir. The Ekushey Padak awardee was synonymous with the Gano Sangeet- the songs of the masses. He stood up for the perceived weak, and gave them hope through his music. The legacy of Fakir Alamgir lies far beyond his melodious creations. He was a freedom fighter, an icon, and a symbol of the independence of Bangladesh itself. The beloved artiste passed away at the Capital's United Hospital at 10:56 pm on June 23, after fighting Covid-19 and suffering from a heart attack while in ventilation. Yesterday, even amidst the Covid restrictions, fans and well-wishers flocked the Central Shaheed Minar to see their favourite artiste for one last time. Today, we remember the great artiste through some of his memorable pictures. 

Fakir Alamgir poses for a picture with his father.

After a project with Gaan Bangla Television. The artiste always wore a smile while interacting with others.

With the National Poet, Kazi Nazrul Islam.

While receiving the coveted Ekushey Padak, with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

During a recording session.

Fakir Alamgir was a student of Journalism and Mass Communication in the University of Dhaka. He was always vocal about the rights of the then East Pakistan.

Fakir Alamgir and Indian film legend Dilip Kumar share a lighthearted moment together, at Sheraton Hotel in 1995.

With poet Sufia Kamal.

Fakir Alamgir with his family.

(From left) Ferdous Wahid, Fakir Alamgir, Pilu Momtaz, Firoze Shai and Azam Khan. The artistes were not only legendary in their own genres of music, but were also great friends.